TOUR OPERATOR AGREEMENT


TOUR OPERATOR AGREEMENT

This Tour Operator Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between:

Xplore Belize Elite LTD, a Belize company doing business as XploreBelize.com (“Company”), , a tour operator that is authorized to operate under the laws of Belize, and accepts the terms herein (“Tour Operator”).

1. Purpose and Scope

The Company operates an online booking platform at XploreBelize.com that promotes tours and activities in Belize. The Company agrees to market and facilitate customer bookings for the Tour Operator’s services via its website and associated channels. The Tour Operator agrees to have its services listed and booked under the terms of this Agreement.

2. Commission and Booking Terms

  • The Company will collect a deposit from the customer at the time of booking, which may be a flat fee or a percentage of the total booking price, as agreed upon per tour listing.

  • This deposit is considered non-refundable, except in specific circumstances to be determined by the Company (e.g., force majeure or customer cancellation).

  • The deposit is retained by the Company as its commission.

  • The Tour Operator is responsible for collecting the remaining balance directly from the customer at the time of the tour.

3. Tour Operator Requirements

By entering into this Agreement, the Tour Operator certifies that:

  • It holds a valid and active Tour Operator License issued by the Belize Tourism Board.

  • Any captains or guides operating under the Tour Operator’s services hold all legally required licenses and certifications.

  • The Operator will notify the Company immediately of any changes to its legal status or licensure.

4. Customer Service and Disputes

The Company will assist in resolving customer service issues and disputes through an internal ticketing system. The Tour Operator agrees to cooperate with the Company in good faith to resolve any issues related to bookings made via the platform.

5. Term and Termination

  • This Agreement will remain in effect on a continuous basis unless terminated by either party with ninety (90) days’ prior written notice.

  • The Company reserves the right to remove a Tour Operator from its platform immediately for non-compliance with the terms of this Agreement or applicable law.

6. Miscellaneous

  • This Agreement does not constitute a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between the parties.

  • Each party bears its own legal and operational responsibilities.

  • The Company reserves the right to amend this Agreement by providing written notice to the Tour Operator.

7. Authority to Execute

Each party represents and warrants that the individual signing this Agreement on its behalf has full legal authority to bind that party to the terms and conditions set forth herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties agree to the above terms, effective upon the Tour Operator’s acceptance and participation in XploreBelize.com services.

For Tour Operator:                                                                           For Xplore Belize Elite LTD:

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Signed by Scott Kappler, CEO
Signed On: May 25, 2025


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May 25, 2025 1:38 pm CSTTOUR OPERATOR AGREEMENT Uploaded by Scott Kappler, CEO - legal@xplorebelize.com IP 71.199.161.54